In this paper we present our work on enabling Balloon launched high altitude UAV Missions for an autopilot system previously used only at lower levels in visual line of sight conditions. One field of our research in the context of flying robotics is focused on high altitude pseudo satellites (HAPS). To gain operational experience in high altitude flying and for system and payload testing, a balloon launched small UAV (sub 10kg) system was designed including building an optimized airframe. Balloon launching was chosen because it offers fast and clearly regulated access to the desired altitudes. Our autopilot system has proven its capabilities in many years of flight experiments with different platforms (helicopter and fixed wing). The main characteristics are modularity and easy use for scientists.


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    Title :

    Modifying a scientific flight control system for balloon launched UAV missions


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    Publication date :

    2015-03-01


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    2939124 byte




    Type of media :

    Conference paper


    Type of material :

    Electronic Resource


    Language :

    English



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